Job Description

LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB): As a leader in the global chemical industry, LyondellBasell strives every day to be the safest, best operated and most valued company in our industry. The company’s products, materials and technologies are advancing sustainable solutions for food safety, access to clean water, healthcare and fuel efficiency in more than 100 international markets. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce.  The company takes great pride in its world-class technology and customer focus. LyondellBasell has stepped up its circularity and climate ambitions and actions to address the global challenges of plastic waste and decarbonization. For more information, please visit or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.

Basic Function

This position is responsible for leading and directing all facets of the Global Supply Chain Operations in North, Central, and South America.    

The incumbent is responsible for the supply chain execution across all modes within the region including Sales & Operations Execution and logistics within the Americas.   They are responsible for the interface between manufacturing, carriers, and other logistics service providers including performance management.

Builds and maintains strong relationships with different external and internal, direct and indirect stakeholders. This position has 5-8 direct reports, a global team of 90-100 people.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning and Optimization: Develop and execute strategic plans for supply chain operations in the Americas, aligning them with the company's overall objectives and market demands.  Continuously improve supply chain processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels, from procurement and production to distribution and customer delivery.
• Logistics and Tactical Inventory Management: Oversee inventory planning and management to ensure optimal stock levels, minimize excess inventory, and prevent stockouts while balancing working capital requirements.  Coordinate transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities to ensure timely delivery of products to customers while optimizing transportation costs and minimizing lead times.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing performance, and collaborating on cost-saving initiatives and supply chain improvements.
• Customer Collaboration: Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to understand customer needs and preferences, ensuring that supply chain operations are aligned with customer expectations and market demands.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure that all supply chain activities adhere to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, maintaining product integrity and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Data Analysis and Performance Metrics: Utilize data analytics to monitor supply chain performance, identify areas for improvement, and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, and fill rates.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Drive continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain operations, implementing best practices, process improvements, and technology solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Cost Management: Develop and manage supply chain budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities and implementing strategies to optimize costs while maintaining service levels and quality standards.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Lead sustainability efforts within the supply chain, identifying opportunities to reduce environmental impact, improve resource efficiency, and promote sustainable practices across the supply chain network.
• Talent Development: Mentor and develop the supply chain team, providing guidance, training, and professional development opportunities to build a high-performing and engaged workforce.

Min. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Degree in Supply Chain, Business Management or Finance or related degree preferred. 
• Typically, 15+ years of experience in positions with increasing responsibility in supply chain, purchasing, materials management, or similar customer facing role, of which at least 5 years in supervisory role.
• This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively manage cross-functional teams and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive operational excellence and deliver value to the organization.
• This role must model the LyondellBasell competencies for Leading Strategically.
• Fluency in English required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or MBA in relevant field preferred.
• Working knowledge of one or more other European languages preferred.

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Competencies

Build Partnerships

Deliver Results

Drive Innovation

Grow Capabilities

Promote Inclusion

Motivational/Cultural Fit

Technical Skills

We are LyondellBasell – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce.  As one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit or follow @ LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.

Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.

LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicited résumés or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.

LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.  The US EEO is the Law poster is available here .

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